J-1 Visa Patient Care Coordinator Jobs
Patient Care Coordinator roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, typically under the Trainee or Intern program category. A designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while the healthcare facility serves as your host employer. No lottery or annual cap applies.
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Position Summary & Highlights
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise is looking to hire a Nurse Apprentice to join our incredible nursing team. We are currently hiring for part-time day and night shift across several departments such as General Surgery, Medical Oncology, Critical Care, Telemetry, Ortho Med/Surg and the Float Pool. Our ideal candidate is adaptive to change, invested in self-driven learning, and a team player.
What You Will Do
- You will support clinical staff at the unit level by performing clerical, receptionist and patient service coordination.
- You will perform various nursing care services and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients, as those of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) under the direction and supervision of the licensed nurse.
Minimum Qualifications
- Maintain a current Nurse Apprentice application on file with the Idaho State Board required.
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.
- Six months Certified Nursing Assistant experience in an acute care setting preferred.
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric as applicable).
Highlights And Benefits
When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.
- We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
- Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
- We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow. Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more!
Ministry/Facility Information
Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.
- Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
- The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
- Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Employment Type Part time
Shift
Position Summary & Highlights
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise is looking to hire a Nurse Apprentice to join our incredible nursing team. We are currently hiring for part-time day and night shift across several departments such as General Surgery, Medical Oncology, Critical Care, Telemetry, Ortho Med/Surg and the Float Pool. Our ideal candidate is adaptive to change, invested in self-driven learning, and a team player.
What You Will Do
- You will support clinical staff at the unit level by performing clerical, receptionist and patient service coordination.
- You will perform various nursing care services and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients, as those of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) under the direction and supervision of the licensed nurse.
Minimum Qualifications
- Maintain a current Nurse Apprentice application on file with the Idaho State Board required.
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.
- Six months Certified Nursing Assistant experience in an acute care setting preferred.
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric as applicable).
Highlights And Benefits
When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.
- We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
- Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
- We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow. Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more!
Ministry/Facility Information
Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.
- Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
- The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
- Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Patient Care Coordinator
Align your credentials with U.S. healthcare standards
Verify your health administration or clinical coordination degree maps to U.S. equivalents before applying. Designated sponsors evaluate your educational background when approving a DS-2019, so credential gaps can stall your program before it starts.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee category eligibility
The Intern category requires current enrollment in a degree program, while the Trainee category suits professionals within five years of graduation or with one year of relevant work experience. Applying under the wrong category is a common reason sponsors reject DS-2019 requests.
Target host employers with existing sponsor relationships
Use Migrate Mate to filter Patient Care Coordinator roles at healthcare organizations already partnered with designated sponsors. Host employers familiar with J-1 visa hosting requirements move faster through training plan approvals and DS-2019 issuance.
Request a draft training plan before accepting an offer
Ask the host employer to outline your structured training objectives in writing before you commit. Designated sponsors require a detailed training plan to issue the DS-2019, and vague job descriptions routinely cause delays or denials at this stage.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement upfront
Some J-1 participants in healthcare-adjacent roles are subject to a two-year home residency requirement before changing to certain U.S. visa categories. Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your specific program and nationality trigger this obligation before accepting a position.
Verify wage compliance against DOL prevailing rates
Your host employer must pay wages comparable to similarly situated U.S. workers. Cross-check the offered compensation against the OFLC Wage Search for your role and location to confirm compliance before your sponsor submits program paperwork.
Patient Care Coordinator J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Patient Care Coordinator role?
Most Patient Care Coordinators enter the J-1 program under the Trainee category if they graduated within the past five years or have at least one year of relevant professional experience. Current students pursuing a health administration or related degree may qualify under the Intern category instead. Your designated sponsor determines eligibility based on your specific background and the structured training objectives the host employer submits.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for this role, the employer or a separate organization?
The employer is your host, not your visa sponsor. J-1 sponsorship is issued by a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, which reviews your training plan, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors your program compliance. The healthcare facility you work for cooperates with that sponsor organization but does not hold designated sponsor status itself.
How do I find Patient Care Coordinator positions where the host employer already understands J-1 requirements?
Migrate Mate lets you search Patient Care Coordinator roles filtered for J-1 compatibility, surfacing employers that have experience hosting exchange visitors and working alongside designated sponsors. Targeting these employers shortens the time between your offer and DS-2019 issuance because the host already knows what the training plan and compliance documentation require.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Patient Care Coordinators on J-1?
It can, depending on your nationality, funding source, and whether your government or home country considers your field a skills-shortage area. If the requirement applies to you, you cannot directly change to an H-1B visa, L-1 visa, or immigrant visa status without first returning home for two years or obtaining a waiver. Confirm this with your designated sponsor before you accept any position.
What documentation should I gather before a host employer submits my J-1 training plan?
Prepare your academic transcripts, degree certificate, a detailed work history showing relevant healthcare coordination experience, and a current resume formatted for U.S. employers. The designated sponsor will use these to verify you meet Intern or Trainee category requirements. Having certified English translations ready for any foreign-language documents prevents delays once the host employer initiates the DS-2019 request.